Sioux Empire United Way

2010 Campaign Update

	Sioux Empire United Way
		2010 Campaign Update

Bright Ideas

LodgeNet Interactive Corporation

Employees held a gift basket raffle throughout the week. Departments put together gift baskets, which were raffled off.

ECM Jim Marks, HCC Toni Stansbury, and an enthusiastic committee planned a Generations United campaign. Employees particpated in a week of activities that were based on different decades. Employees were encouraged to dress up throughout the week, with the outfits matching the decade for the day.

Employees were entertained by the LodgeNet Jam Band during their Thank You luncheon at the end of the week.

Activities throughout the week included a Wii bowling tournament, a chance to play on video arcade systems, various craft activities, a bake sale and more. The week ended with a thank you luncheon with entertainment provided by a LodgeNet employee band. More.

The First National Bank in Sioux Falls

"There's No Place Like Home" at FNBSF with a campaign that focused on homelessness with a Wizard of Oz twist. Branches and departments each decorated mini homes and held a penny-war throughout the campaign to select a winning home.

Employees held a penny-war throughout their campaign to pick the winning house design.

Employees had the opportunity to attend a number of rallies to learn about United Way and partner programs. Individuals who chose to increase their pledge over last year's by $1, $2, or $3 per pay period were entered into drawings for paid time off and cash gift cards. ECM Brian Larsen reports the bank has achieved more than 98% participation, with more time remaining before the end of their campaign! More.

To see your company's campaign activities featured here, submit your Bright Ideas by email or call 336-2095.

DID YOU KNOW?

70% of local immigrants say language is causing the most difficulty in their lives. 32 adults are enrolled in Bridges at Kilian Community College, which increases their American English abilities, providing opportunities to further education and/or employment.

Volunteer Spotlight

Name: Wayne Muth

Company: Avera Health (retired)

Volunteer Role: Board Member and Retiree Campaign Chair

# Years UW Volunteer: 4

How did you get involved with United Way?

Jay made me an offer I couldn't refuse.

What do you enjoy about volunteering for SEUW?

Playing a small part in raising funds to assist the vulnerable and at-risk citizens of our community.

Our new initiative pairs volunteer mentors with homeless families. Can you share about a mentor that served as a role model for you?

My wife Karen has been an active volunteer for many organizations - her unselfish involvement for so many years has been an inspiration for me.

Any other fun facts about you, your family, your career or hobbies that you'd like to share?

I've come to the "retired grandparent" stage in life. This means I now have time to learn from my grandchildren, have fun with them, say "yes" to their requests - and turn them over to their parents when a "no" is required.

More.

October 15

2010 Campaign Goal:

$9,427,450

Currently In:

$1,672,169 or 17.7%

Amazing Results
Corporate Gift % Increase
Sioux International, Inc.	16%
AcuCare Physical Therapy	100%
Bockorny Group	400%
McDonald's	50%
FiServ	5.4%
Employee Gift %Increase
Boyce Greenfield Pashby & Welk	121.4%
RAS	10.6%
Congresswoman Stephanie Herseth Sandlin	5%
Tri-State Graphics	79%

Campaign Resources

Have you been asked a question about SEUW that you are unsure of how to answer? Our Glad You Asked page has answers to commonly asked questions about United Way. Another great tool is In Your Town which shows specifically how SEUW is making a difference in our four county area. These and other great tools are in our Campaign Resources section of our website.

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2010 Campaign Update, Issue 5